9 Products Jen Atkin Says You Should Buy Right Now for Better Hair

Everything you need to score the hair of your dreams.

By
Maureen Choi

Sep 15, 2017

Red-carpet hair guru Jen Atkin coifs, primes, and glosses some of the biggest manes in Hollywood. Sure, she’s got some boss styling skills, but none of them work without an arsenal of no-fail products. From a crazy high-tech blow-dryer to hair extensions with built-in roots, here’s what she relies on to give (and get) gorgeous hair—always.

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High-Tech Tool

“Lightweight, quiet, powerful, and chic—this is the ultimate blow-dryer. It uses intelligent heat-control technology to prevent extreme heat damage and preserve your hair’s natural shine, so it looks super silky. Plus, it’s small and easy to travel with, and, in my opinion, dries hair so much faster than a traditional blow-dryer. I’m obsessed with the magnetic nozzles: The smoothing one is perfect for rough-drying and adding volume to fine hair, the styling concentrator works great to smooth medium to thick hair, and the diffuser is key to getting you in and out of the bathroom fast.”

“For gorgeous hair, you want to avoid drying it out with too many products. That’s why it’s important to have one multi-tasking spray like the Memory Mist in your kit. Once it’s activated by the heat of your blow-dryer or flatiron, it protects against damage, adds shine, and locks in your style all day long without being sticky. And it’s a great product to use year round, since it provides UV protection that reduces color fading and breakage. It’s basically the wonder woman of styling products.”

“I love popping in a gorgeous extension to create a long ponytail or give a loose wavy style more oomph. These are great quality and I love that the shades come with built-in roots for a more natural look. To make sure they don’t budge, tease your hair first to create a solid base for your extensions to clip into.”

“Your hair will never overheat or burn with this curling iron thanks to technology that maintains an ideal temperature of 365°F. The barrel is made of ceramic, so it heats up fast and is the perfect size for creating effortless waves and bends. Wrap one-inch sections of hair around the barrel and hold for 7 seconds before releasing; tug on the end a bit until it cools. Once you’ve done your whole head, run your fingers through your hair or brush it out for a glam old Hollywood vibe.”

“This palette is my secret weapon for filling in any sparse areas in the hairline or part; it comes with a range of powders that work on pretty much everyone. All you have to do is choose a shadow that’s one or two shades lighter than your natural hair color and dab it gently onto your roots with a fluffy eyeshadow brush.”

“I love hair accessories for summer and fall—it’s such a simple way to upgrade your look or take your style from day to night. There are so many chic options to choose from, but this bun cuff is one of my favorites. I’ll throw it on to accent a sweaty topknot on the days when I’m rolling straight from a workout to dinner. It even doubles as a bracelet!”

“This non-sticky, multi-purpose balm is a great alternative to heavy oils and serums. I like to warm some in my hands and rub it just on the ends with my fingertips to add more texture. I’ll also run a little over my hair to smooth down any flyaways and tame frizz. It can even be used on curly hair to define, add shine, and keep it bouncy.”

“What many women don't know is that cotton sucks the moisture right out of your hair, causing dryness and breakage. This silk pillowcase takes care of that, plus reduces split ends, helps your blowout last longer, and protects strands (and delicate facial skin) from the tugs and creases that can happen with the regular kind. It’s a hair game-changer!”

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